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Horse Racing - Australia & New Zealand
NORTHLAND BUSINESS SYSTEMS MDN
Ruakaka · Wednesday 2 September 2026 · Race 5 · 2100
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Tony’s shortlist
Fat Tony’s AI picks
2. Paper Romance
Fat Tony says the class drop is pure gold—he controls the tempo and takes catching.
9. Heavenly Lady
Three cracking 2100m seconds, pal—she stays all day and is the main danger.
10. Outrageous
Unlucky last time and beautifully drawn; Fat Tony wants her in the finish.
1. Escape Room
Honest grinder with a hot jockey aboard; the extra trip looks right up his alley.
12. Dido Belle
Pole draw and Craig Grylls are the sneaky ingredients—can pinch a cheque.
The field
Runners and racing form
Race context
Race preview
PAPER ROMANCE (2) is a lightly tried 6YO gelding still in his initial prep, and his last start was a game fourth in BM65 company here just over a month ago. The drop back to maiden class will suit him, and he deserves a winning turn. HEAVENLY LADY (9) has improved since being put over a middle distance, and though she will have to face a firmer surface here, she can still figure in the top 3 again. DIDO BELLE (12) has had genuine excuses in her last couple of starts off wide draws, and this time from the pole position, she can figure in the top 3. Stick with her. LINIOUS (11) put in some good work late at Te Rapa last start, and was not far off the winner in sixth place. She does not have to improve by much to have a say in the outcome of this race. Keep her safe. OUTRAGEOUS (10) has turned a corner in her last couple of starts, and this is a nice target for her. Include in all combinations.